When it comes to holiday traditions, the British royal family tends to keep things rooted in ritual rather than reinvention, and Easter is no exception. While the day may look a little different depending on who’s in attendance each year, the core traditions have remained largely unchanged for decades, blending religion, family time, and just […]
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When it comes to holiday traditions, the British royal family tends to keep things rooted in ritual rather than reinvention, and Easter is no exception. While the day may look a little different depending on who’s in attendance each year, the core traditions have remained largely unchanged for decades, blending religion, family time, and just a touch of royal formality.
Here’s a closer look at how the Windsors typically celebrate Easter.
A Morning at St. George’s Chapel
Easter Sunday for the royals begins with a church service at St. George’s Chapel, located within the grounds of Windsor Castle.
Senior members of the family—including King Charles III and Queen Camilla—typically attend the Easter Mattins service, often joined by extended relatives like the King’s siblings and cousins. The guest list can shift from year to year, though. Notably, Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales have occasionally opted to spend the holiday privately with their children instead of attending the public-facing service.
Still, the setting remains constant.
A Traditional Easter Lunch
Following the service, the family gathers for a private Easter meal, and the menu is about as classic as it gets.
According to former royal chef Darren McGrady, the Windsors “nearly always” serve roast lamb as the centerpiece, often paired with red currant jelly. It’s a traditional British Easter dish, and one the family has stuck with over the years.
The meal doesn’t end there. Afternoon tea typically follows, featuring seasonal and local ingredients—think Windsor cheeses and fresh fruit—before the day wraps with chocolate eggs for dessert. It’s equal parts formal and familiar, striking that balance the royal family is known for.
The Egg Hunt Tradition—But Make It Private
While Easter egg hunts are a staple for many families, you won’t find the royals hosting a public version of the tradition.
Although some royal estates organize egg hunts for visitors, the family itself keeps things more low-key. Instead, egg hunts happen behind palace doors. Diana, Princess of Wales was known to organize private hunts for Prince William and Prince Harry when they were young—a tradition both princes have since carried on with their own children.
It’s a reminder that even within the structure of royal life, some traditions stay deeply personal.
